JoAnn is the epitome of a professional nurse. She consistently comes to work with a positive energy. She leads by example with a vast knowledge of Emergency Medicine. JoAnn is willing to help her co-workers, oftentimes without being asked. During nurse leader rounding she is frequently recognized by her patients as a kind, compassionate nurse who is able to decrease even the most anxious patient. She is always willing to help out when the department is short staffed, even switching weekends to better meet the needs of the department. A leader who also is the co-chair of the ED unit council, ACLS instructor, and recent BSN graduate.